Inquirers

•  asks a variety of good questions
•  does not give up easily
•  refers to other sources of information
•  seeks out new knowledge independently

Thinkers

•  links what they know with something new
•  builds on other people’s ideas
•  makes connections between new concepts
•  demonstrates original thinking

Communicators 

•  follows directions
•  uses knowledge to solve problems
•  expresses idea well
• listens well

Knowledgeable

•  Explores themes of global significance
•  Seeks multicultural perspectives
•  Constructs meaning in different disciplines through active research/inquiry

Risk-takers

•  is willing to make mistakes and try new things
•  tries to do things in unfamiliar ways
•  uses good judgment and act on their own initiative

Principled

•  shows honesty
•  makes good decisions
•  accepts responsibility for their actions and views
•  stands up for what they know is right

Caring 

•  is thoughtful
•  shows empathy towards other people and situations
•  is helpful towards others

Open-minded

•  listens to other people’s thoughts and ideas
•  considers more than one viewpoint
• respects the values, traditions, and views of other individuals or cultures

Balanced 

•  understands the importance of balancing activities 
•  uses time wisely and develop organizational skills
•  shows awareness of emotions and shows control of them
•  demonstrates good hygiene, eating habits and appears well rested

Reflective

•  thinks about what they do and say
•  thinks about what they are learning
•  learns from past mistakes
•  is aware of the effect of their actions and words on others